Hot Pepper Red Cherry Seeds

About Hot Pepper Red Cherry Seeds

'Red Cherry' is a charming round hot pepper (Capsicum annuum) that ripens to glossy, cherry-shaped fruits about 1–1.5 inches across. These red cherry pepper seeds grow into tidy, heavily productive plants whose pods carry a lively, sweet-then-hot bite (about 2,500–5,000 Scoville). Their compact size and thick walls make them a favorite for stuffing and pickling.

Who it's for

Perfect for gardeners who love stuffed and pickled peppers and want a pretty, prolific plant with moderate, approachable heat.

How & when to plant

Start indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost. Sow 1/4 inch deep in warm soil at 75–85°F; germination takes 10–21 days. Transplant after nights stay above 55°F, spacing plants 18–24 inches apart in full sun. Grow as an annual; best in USDA zones 4–11 with a warm season.

Harvest

Pods ripen in about 75–80 days from transplant. Pick when fully red and firm for the best flavor and heat, using scissors to avoid damaging the branches. Frequent picking keeps plants setting new fruit.

Benefits & uses

Red cherry peppers are ideal for stuffing with cheese or meat, pickling whole, and adding to antipasto and relish trays. They also brighten salads and sandwiches with a sweet, spicy crunch.

Frequently asked questions

How hot are red cherry peppers?
Moderate—about 2,500–5,000 Scoville, in the jalapeno range.

What are they best used for?
Stuffing and pickling; the round shape and thick walls hold fillings and brine well.

When do I harvest?
Around 75–80 days, once the pods turn fully red.

Growing guide: New to this variety? Read our full guide, How to Grow Hot Red Cherry Pepper From Seed, for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.